Marilyn Jaeger Skincare Studio

06/23/2008 Posted by tma27

I am soooooo confused as to how Marilyn Jaeger Skin Care studio has recieved such rave reviews thus far. I have been getting brazilian waxes for about 6 years. In that 6 years I have lived in 7 cities and been to 7 different salons for this procedure and I can safely say that hands down no contest I recieved the WORST Brazilian wax i have EVER gotten in my ENTIRE life at this salon. Although the staff was quite friendly and attentive (thus the one star) the cost was outrageous and the waxing could be described as nothing better than a hack job. I would estimate that about 75% of the hairs were broken as opposed to pull out completely. When I left the salon my skin was red and rough as though I had shaved it 3 days prior. Upon closer inspection I realized that about 5% of the hairs had been missed completely. And whoever says that this salon does a nearly painless brazilian is out of their mind. I have had much much less painful experiences than this one. All in all I would have to say a free shave in the shower not only would have yeilded better results but would have saved me $90. Quite frankly I wouldn't return if you paid me.

Pros: friendly staff

Cons: Overpriced, completely unsatisfactory service

05/26/2008 Posted by febriani28

Ok so I have been going to Marilyn for the past year and let me tell u that she is one of the best brazillian waxer in SF! she is super friendly and has great memory (actually remembered details of my life..even when I see her once every 2 or 3 months! ) she is super fast n yet very detailed especially in getting rid of ingrown hair! she is truly one of the BEST! and let me tell you that it is ALMOST PAINLESS to get a brazillian done with her!! c'mon no waxing is ever painless but with her ALMOST is the word. Also, all the girls that answers the phone are super friendly and very helpful to your needs. Whenever I am late they never told me to go back home but instead they would penciled me in to see Marilyn in less than 15 min! I know that its a drag sometimes to actually missed an appointment and pay for the full amount but really time is money and we as the customers should be considerate enough to realize that there would be OTHER LADIES in the waiting list dying to be in the appointment book. So try Marilyn for yourself n you would never be disappointed =)

Pros: Fast, detailed and Almost Painless Brazillian Wax, plus super friendly people and the "Potion" is one amazing product!

Cons: Parking could be hard..so give extra 15 min before your appointment time

05/13/2008 Posted by VeryBayArea

I'll admit it - I have been keeping this place under wraps until now. It was hard enough to get an appointment without telling all of San Francisco how great it is. But I'm moving, so the cat's out of the bag! I've been going to see Marilyn and her girls for more than two years. Its one of those rare place where it doesn't matter who you see- they are all friendly, make me feel comfortable, and do a good job. I've had facials and a variety of waxes. I used to only want places that use hard wax, but the ladies at MJ's are quick and the strip wax is never a problem. I never feel rushed, even when I arrive ten minutes late and they should just tell me off and make me reschedule. Some previous reviewers say that the Spa doesn't feel fancy enough... I happen to like that it feels comfortable and homey - I'm never intimidated and it doesn't lend itself to feeling like they only tend to the elite. Everything is always clean and professional - but its the kind of place where the appointment ends with a hug. I love going!

Pros: Friendly staff, comfortable rooms & lobby are not sterile, quick waxing but attention to detail

Cons: Parking around Laurel Heights is touch and go - no nearby garage

10/05/2007 Posted by valerielikesgoodfood

I was impressed by the creative apartment-style spa and the tasty champagne. Massage was OK, compared to places of similar pricing I would say a little below par, and they are very high pressure when it comes to sales, for example they insist on using essential oils during the massage that cost an extra $10, i figured they'd include it in the massage, not charge even more for a milliliter of essential oils. Then the Brazilian wax..OMG! The girl who did it (brunette) was very aggressive and made me feel really uncomfortable, she laughed at me for crying and did it very slowly and painfully, for 65$! Even the cheapest salon like Richmond nails in the Richmond dist or Belle Beauty Salon on 7th and Cali, did a cleaner and faster job than her! Then when I was practically bleeding from her services and ready to pay, the girls at the front desk pressured me into buying a "potion" for your "area" that is supposed to heal you up...it burned and made me feel like I had poured 70% vodka on my privates..any old baby powder would have done the trick rather than that! all in all, the place terrifies me! I know they're going for a high class target market, but they need to pick up the services and find better professionals, particularly in the waxing department!

Pros: pretty studio, good champagne

Cons: pushy staff that sells,sells,sells, and AWFUL waxing

05/30/2007 Posted by lel1120

I have been several times (to the College Ave Salon)... I have had a facial, brow waxing, brow tinting and eyelash tinting. Everytime, I have had AMAZING service!! The staff is wonderful, the building is BEAUTIFUL and the atmosphere is great. I get complemented on my brows all the time and LOVE telling people about the salon. And also, I don't understand why people would complain about the parking, because it is so easy to find spots. The salon is close to a neighborhood with no parking time limit!

Pros: Well trained, professional

Cons: n/a

05/16/2007 Posted by melaniecjones

Ok ladies,if you want to get beauty-fided,enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and be in the hands of professionals- Marilyn Jaegar Skin Care is for you!! I have been going Marilyn Jaegar for ten years and she and her staff are amazing,cutting edge skin care professionals. Marilyn has created a wonderful atmosphere that will make you feel right at home. So what are you waiting for??? Call then today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pros: If I had 100 Thumbs they all woul be up! THUMBS UP

Cons: NONE!

05/16/2007 Posted by aunder

Marilyn hosted 30 of my graduate school classmates at her new Berkeley location on College at Broadway. The venue was perfect for our group, and the staff was organized, friendly, and extremely accommodating. I would highly recommend hosting bachelorette, office, or any other parties here for a day of relaxation and a pay-as-you-go menu of services for you and your guests. I got a gel peel performed by Marilyn herself and she made the experience relaxing, rejuvenating, and informative. I plan to return to Marilyn for a series of peels to work on my long-time struggle with acne. I actually believe that she will be able to help and I know I'll feel like I'm getting my money's worth. Go to Marilyn today!

05/07/2007 Posted by heatherkdennis

Marilyn Jaeger rocks... I have been going to her salon for many years and she always provides the best quality service... Not only is she amazing but she also carries the best products, I love her "Spot less" product to mention just one... You will not be disapointed if you visit her spa... Enjoy!

Pros: Great neighborhood ambience

05/02/2007 Posted by trugem

I went to check out this place because of all the "raving reviews" and overall it wasn't a great experience nor was it bad. My brazilian wax was fast, but they use only soft wax which tends to be harsher in the "sensitive areas". I prefer places that use hard wax in the more delicate areas since it feels less painful. The room was nice, but I felt like I was in an old rickety house. It didn't feel very spa to me. I've had a lot of brazilians and I've experienced ones that took about the same amount of time, but were less painful.

Pros: fast brazilian wax

Cons: ambiance, soft wax only for brazilians, parking can be difficult

04/28/2007 Posted by benjamin51

I've been going traveling from Sacramento for appointments with Marilyn for facials and waxing since at least 1999 and have become a loyal fan. After living in Manhattan and San Francisco in the past and trying out different spas, Marilyn comes out on top as the best. I get compliments on my brows and people think I look less than half my age. I've been faithfully using the products Marilyn recommends to keep my skin looking great, and using them at home is like an extension of the spa experience. I have no desire to try other spas for facials or waxing, even when I'm on vacation, or back in Manhattan. I've also had heavenly massages and manicures and pedicures that lasted by the friendly staff. Overall, Marilyn is extraordinary--giving, generous, involved in her own charity, thoughtful, customer-service oriented, and it is evident in the details and overall spa culture that she cares about her clients.

Pros: High quality services, pampering, skill level, products, ambience

Cons: None